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Storytime Theme: Tails
Animal-themed lesson plans are some of the easiest options available for storytime because there are picture books about almost every animal you can think of. But, if you’re looking for a way to switch it up a bit, why not try a feature that is shared among animals like big…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Kindness
We’re moving through the alphabet for the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge and today’s letter is “K” for Kindness. A trait that many people seem to have foregone in 2026! And what’s more, it doesn’t take much to be kind to others. Holding the door, giving someone a compliment,…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Jump (Movement)
It’s the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge and today is the first letter that I had trouble coming up with a word. The Letter “J” seems to trip me up almost every year. But this year, I think the word “jump” makes sense for board books for babies. Babies…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Imagination
We’re jumping straight into some amazing board books today with the Letter “I” for Imagination during the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge! Play is an essential part of early literacy and these books encourage play in really fun, creative ways. Whether you’re playing with an interactive book or the…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Holidays
It’s the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge and we’re moving right along! It’s already letter “H” day and we’re going to share some holidays! Now, before you even take a look, I’m gonna tell you, I only selected nine board books about holidays – there are dozens and dozens!…
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Storytime Theme: Snakes
So to be completely transparent, I’m not a fan of snakes. I think it’s probably because when you come across them, it’s usually a surprise and it startles me! In fact, I had one living outside my front door for a long while and I was always afraid we’d scare…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Garden
Let’s get outside and into the garden with this board book list of garden titles for the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge. I think teaching kids about nature and gardening at an early age allows them to appreciate it even more. My niece and nephew have helped with the…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Food
It’s April, and that means it’s time for the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge and today is day 6 – the letter “F”. This is probably one of my most favorite lists because it’s all about food (and I love food!). I love trying food from different countries and…
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Storytime Theme: Badgers
Let me start from the beginning, I usually try to create a blogging plan for the year the previous fall. So, I at least have any idea of storytime themes, book lists, etc. when I go to create content. And while I’d love to say that I’m way ahead of…
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2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Early Literacy
It’s already day five of the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge and today, we’re talking Early Literacy or great books that didn’t fit in another category! Early literacy is providing kids with all the skills they need before they begin reading and writing, think how to use a book,…
